How to hire an assistant manager/bartender

How to hire an assistant manager/bartender, step by step

Here's a step-by-step assistant manager/bartender hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write an assistant manager/bartender job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new assistant manager/bartender
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   The assistant manager/bartender hiring process starts by determining what type of worker you actually need. Certain roles might require a full-time employee, whereas part-time workers or contractors can do others.

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   An assistant manager/bartender's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, assistant managers/bartender from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   This list presents assistant manager/bartender salaries for various positions.

   Type of Assistant Manager/Bartender	Description	Hourly rate
   Assistant Manager/Bartender		$29-49
   Kitchen Supervisor	A kitchen supervisor is responsible for managing the overall kitchen operations, ensuring that the kitchen employees follow sanitary procedures while doing their high-quality and maximum productivity tasks. Kitchen supervisors manage inventories, checking the adequacy of food supplies and kitchen equipment, and negotiating contracts with suppliers and third-party vendors... Show more	$13-27
   Banquet Captain	Banquet captains are responsible for directing each banquet staff in the entire meal service and assign tasks to them as required. Their duties include teaching new staff members how to execute their designated tasks in the banquet... Show more	$13-19

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Customer Service
   • Bartending
   • Payroll
   • Craft Beer
   • POS
   • Alcoholic Beverages
   • Customer Complaints
   • Serving Drinks
   • Inventory Control
   • Bank Deposits
   • Liquor Inventory
   • Guest Satisfaction
   • Food Service
   • Food Orders

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   Responsibilities:

   • Manage daily restaurant and banquet activities including the front staff, kitchen, banquet hall, and payroll.
   • Manage business operation initiatives, including payroll, invoicing, inventory, and human resource relate matters.
   • Check for guest with food allergies.
   • Prepare and adjust weekly schedule to assure FOH coverage.
   • Ensure smooth coordination between the BOH and FOH staff and activities.
   • Enter orders into POS system; prepare daily inventories for management as well as conduct monthly inventory.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your assistant manager/bartender job description is a great way to entice the best and brightest candidates. An assistant manager/bartender salary can vary based on several factors:

   • Location. For example, assistant managers/bartender' average salary in west virginia is 35% less than in colorado.
   • Seniority. Entry-level assistant managers/bartender earn 41% less than senior-level assistant managers/bartender.
   • Certifications. An assistant manager/bartender with a few certifications under their belt will likely demand a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for a prestigious company or an exciting start-up can make a huge difference in an assistant manager/bartender's salary.

   Average assistant manager/bartender salary

   $79,893yearly

   $38.41 hourly rate

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   Entry-level assistant manager/bartender salary

   $61,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 18, 2025

4. Writing an assistant manager/bartender job description

   An assistant manager/bartender job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. To help get you started, here's an example of an assistant manager/bartender job description:

   Assistant manager/bartender job description example

   We are looking for dynamic, adventurous new team members who love wine and people to join an enthusiastic, knowledgeable, and productive team as a Tasting Room Associate.
   
   We are seeking Tasting Room Associates for our winery and tasting room located in Hood River, Oregon and our two additional premiere tasting rooms in Dundee and Carlton, Oregon.
   
   The Associate is responsible for providing our wine club members and guests impeccable customer service while developing relationships that promote sales and brand loyalty.
   
   The Associate will share our wine while providing an education of our history, region, vineyards, and winemaking style.
   
   Your sales expertise will be applied to sell glasses and bottles of wine and memberships to our Wine Club in person and on the phone.
   
   Associates will use a point-of-sale and reservation system; answer and make customer phone calls to provide or collect information; stock, clean, and provide support for events.
   Job Title: Tasting Room Associate
   Job Type: Part-time
   Compensation: Hourly starting @ $18-$20 hour + tips + Wine Club sales commissions.
   Hours: 10 am-6 pm; 20-35 hours per week including weekends, holidays, and limited evenings. Essential Job Functions:
   *Greet all visitors with enthusiasm.
   *Pour wines for one of five tasting experiences to create a memorable experience for all guests.
   *Sell wine and wine club memberships based on weekly/monthly goals.
   *Describe wines and the history of Cathedral Ridge Winery.
   *Answer visitor’s questions about wines, properties, brand, and history.
   *Provide general tourist information.
   *Generate revenue through inbound and outbound phone sales.
   *Handle routine sales transactions via POS system.
   *Assist with display and stocking of wines and retail items.
   *Assist in maintaining the cleanliness of facilities.
   *Assist with special events as needed.
   *Acquire and maintain a thorough knowledge of various local wineries and their wines.
   *Perform other duties as assigned by the manager. Qualifications & Required Skills:
   *Wine related experience helpful, and knowledge of wine and wine production preferable.
   *Past sales experience in a one-to-one setting with phone sales a plus.
   *Excellent verbal communication skills.
   *Excellent presentation skills.
   *Strong organization, problem-solving and analytical skills.
   *Ability to manage priorities and workflow.
   *Proficient on POS.
   *Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.
   *Professional appearance and demeanor.
   *Commitment to excellence and high standards, versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work in an evolving environment. Job Requirements:
   *Must be at least 21 years of age
   *Must have or acquire an OLCC servers license or proof of application.
   *Must have or acquire an Oregon Food Handlers license or proof of application.
   *Dynamic personality who is hard-working and dedicated. Long-term growth potential.
   *Part-time, pay negotiable based on experience.
   *Commitment to follow strict COVID-19 protocols for the hospitality industry
   *Able to lift 45 pounds.
   *Must be able to walk and stand for long periods of the day
   *Must be able to work weekends, holidays, and some evenings.
   *Ability to thrive independently and with the team
   *Wine enthusiast and foodie.
   If you love wine, working with people, and want to share our story and wines please send a cover letter and resume. We look forward to meeting you! Company DescriptionOur Talent Acquisition recruiters are both client and candidate advocates and walk side by side with both, in order to make a successful placement.

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5. Post your job

   There are a few common ways to find assistant managers/bartender for your business:

   • Promoting internally or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to meet candidates with the right educational background.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to recruit passive job-seekers.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your assistant manager/bartender job on Zippia to find and recruit assistant manager/bartender candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   During your first interview to recruit assistant managers/bartender, engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. During the following interview, you'll be able to go into more detail about the company, the position, and the responsibilities.

   You should also ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match the ideal candidate profile you developed earlier. Candidates good enough for the next step can complete the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new assistant manager/bartender

   Once you've selected the best assistant manager/bartender candidate for the job, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, this letter should include details about the benefits and perks you offer the candidate. Ensuring that your offer is competitive is essential, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and you should be open to discussion. After you reach an agreement, the final step is formalizing the agreement with a contract.

   It's also good etiquette to follow up with applicants who don't get the job by sending them an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   After that, you can create an onboarding schedule for a new assistant manager/bartender. Human Resources and the hiring manager should complete Employee Action Forms. Human Resources should also ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc., and that new employee files are created.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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